For the 2026-27 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 4,586 students in 01720, MA (there are 3 private schools, serving 71 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 01720, MA are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 01720, MA are Acton-boxborough Regional High School, Paul P Gates Elementary School and Luther Conant School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 01720 have an average math proficiency score of 73% (versus the Massachusetts public school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 69% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 01720, MA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Massachusetts public schools.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Massachusetts public school average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Best 01720, MA Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Acton-boxborough Regional High School
(Math: 88% | Reading: 89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
36 Charter Rd
Acton, MA 01720
(978) 264-4700
Acton, MA 01720
(978) 264-4700
Gr: 9-12 | 1,622 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #22.
Paul P Gates Elementary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
75 Spruce Street
Acton, MA 01720
(978) 266-2570
Acton, MA 01720
(978) 266-2570
Gr: K-6 | 380 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #33.
Luther Conant School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
80 Taylor Road
Acton, MA 01720
(978) 266-2550
Acton, MA 01720
(978) 266-2550
Gr: K-6 | 410 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: #44.
Raymond J Grey Junior High School
(Math: 79% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
16 Charter Rd
Acton, MA 01720
(978) 264-4700
Acton, MA 01720
(978) 264-4700
Gr: 7-8 | 824 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #55.
Merriam School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
11 Charter Road
Acton, MA 01720
(978) 264-3371
Acton, MA 01720
(978) 264-3371
Gr: K-6 | 395 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #66.
Mccarthy-towne School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
11 Charter Road
Acton, MA 01720
(978) 264-3377
Acton, MA 01720
(978) 264-3377
Gr: K-6 | 431 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #77.
C.t. Douglas Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
73 Spruce Street
Acton, MA 01720
(978) 266-2560
Acton, MA 01720
(978) 266-2560
Gr: K-6 | 408 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: n/an/a
71 Spruce St.
Acton, MA 01720
(978) 266-2530
Acton, MA 01720
(978) 266-2530
Gr: PK | 116 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
01720, Massachusetts Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
75 Spruce St
Acton, MA 01720
(978) 266-2570
Acton, MA 01720
(978) 266-2570
Gr: K-6 | 433 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 01720, MA?
The top-ranked public schools in 01720, MA include Acton-boxborough Regional High School, Paul P Gates Elementary School and Luther Conant School.
How many public schools are located in 01720?
8 public schools are located in 01720.
What percentage of students in 01720 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 01720 are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 01720?
01720 public schools minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Massachusetts public schools average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
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